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Protocol

The document discusses protocol and provides examples of protocols in different contexts: 1) It defines protocol as a set of standard rules and etiquette that have been accepted over time for addressing dignitaries, dress codes, seating arrangements, and flag etiquette. 2) Examples of protocols include using official titles when addressing government officials, religious leaders, and royals. 3) It provides details on dress codes for formal events, seating arrangements at dinners, and proper etiquette for flying flags.

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Protocol

The document discusses protocol and provides examples of protocols in different contexts: 1) It defines protocol as a set of standard rules and etiquette that have been accepted over time for addressing dignitaries, dress codes, seating arrangements, and flag etiquette. 2) Examples of protocols include using official titles when addressing government officials, religious leaders, and royals. 3) It provides details on dress codes for formal events, seating arrangements at dinners, and proper etiquette for flying flags.

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Protocol

What is protocol?
A set of practices, a set of standard rules, an etiquette, that have long been accepted and used The term protocol comes from the Greek and means first glue Examples: Proper way of addressing dignitaries Proper way to dress Where to seat guests How to fly the flag

Proper way of addressing dignitaries


Government Officials Ex. The President of the United States Military Personnel Ex. General Jones Royalties Ex. Queen Elizabeth II Religious Officials Ex. The Pope

Addressing dignitaries
If high-ranking overseas visitors were attending an event, an event organizer would contact the relevant embassy to know which titles to be used. Jury Lutsenko, Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine felt offended when in Germany he was called herr Lutsenko herr mister (German) her mans private organs (Russian)

The President of United States


Letter Address:
The President The White House Washington, DC 20500

Letter Greeting: Dear Mr. President Spoken Greeting: Mr. President Formal Introduction: The President

Proper way to dress


Western dress codes

1. Unwritten but understood by most members of the society Ex. Cultural identity 2. Written by host Ex. Restaurant manager, Dinner party organizer

The White Tie


The most formal evening dress code It is worn to events such as balls, the opera, and banquets. White tie is only worn after dark or after six o'clock pm, whichever occurs first

Where to seat guests


Host and hostess usually sit at opposite ends The lady quest of honor sits to the right of the host The gentleman quest of honor sits to the right of the hostess

Where to seat guests


If you can not seat your guest personally to the table, use namecards. In bigger dinners or parties, seat guests to courage pleasant conversantion If using childrens table, seat the parents close by.

How to fly the flag


Usage of the flag is governed by the Flag Code of India The flag must never touch the ground or water When out in the open, the flag should always be flown between sunrise and sunset, irrespective of the weather conditions. It is considered insulting to display the flag in a frayed or dirty state, and the same rule applies to the flagpoles and halyards used to hoist the flag

Wedding ceremonies
Scottish Wedding Greek Orthodox Wedding Japanese Wedding

Olympic Opening Ceremony Protocol


1. 2. 3. Receiving the Head of State of the Host Country The parade of the participants The speech by the President of the Organising Committee The speech by the IOC President The Head of State declares the Games open The playing of the Olympic Anthem and the entry and raising of the Olympic Flag

4. 5.

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Olympic Opening Ceremony Protocol


7. The last stage of the Olympic Torch relay and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron 8. The symbolic release of the pigeons 9. The taking of the oath by a competitor 10. The taking of the oath by a judge 11. The national anthem of the host country 12. The artistic programme

Quiz on Intercultural Competence

Question 1
Forming an O with the thumb and the forefinger in Japan means that we can now discuss money true or false?

TRUE

Question 2
Laughter in Japan can be a sign of confusion, insecurity or embarrassment true or false?

TRUE

Question 3
Wearing gloves in Russia when shaking hands is considered polite true or false?
FALSE (you need to remove your gloves when shaking hands in Russia)

Question 4
Leaving right after dinner in Central America is considered well-mannered as it means youve been well fed true or false?

TRUE

Question 5
If you tell your female friend from Africa that shes put on weight during her holiday, it means shes had a good holiday and is physically healthier than when she left true or false?
TRUE

Question 6
It is seen as polite to not accept an offer of food or drink in Persia immediately on being offered it, instead you should refuse a few times before accepting the gift true or false?
TRUE

Question 7
In Brazil, flicking your fingers under your chin is a sign of disgust true or false?

FALSE (this means you dont know the answer to a question in Brazil)

Question 8
In Brazil, purple flowers are a symbol of friendship true or false?

FALSE (Purple flowers in Brazil are often seen at funerals. Avoid giving a host purple flowers)

Question 9
Keeping your hands in your pockets while negotiating in Russia is rude true or false?

TRUE

Question 10
If you want to show your respect for an elder in Africa, do not look them directly in the eye true or false?

TRUE

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